Description:
Praia da Vitoria is situated on the east coast of Terceira and lies in a protected bay.
The marina is located in the NW of the bay, between the beaches Prainha and Praia Grande and the Beira-Mar Avenue.
This is a port of entry.
Entrance Notes and Cautions:
The water gets shallow near the marina entrance, marked with a series of yellow buoys. Dredging is on-going but great care is necessary if attempting to enter the marina. Boats with a draft over 2m should not enter the marina at low tide.
The Marina Breakwater is marked with a green light and there is another green light on the outer pontoon of the marina.
Radio the marina before passing the marina breakwater. It is not advisable to try to enter at night. The marina is not staffed at weekends.
Cruiser Highlights:
One of the largest sandy beaches in the Azores and its natural harbour if popular for sailing, windsurfing, water ski, water bike, boat trips, sea fishing, underwater diving and whale watching.
Position:
38º 43.35'N, 27º 03'W (port entrance)
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